United Disability Services, Akron, Ohio

04/08/2026

Last week, a group from SociAbilities visited the Canton Museum of Art 🖼️ 🎨

They loved the museum's Stark County High School Art Exhibition! Seeing these thoughtful pieces crafted by high school students showed them that creativity has no limits🤩

04/07/2026

Our BraVo! program is proud to partner with Embracing Futures Inc. by assembling dental care kits that support health and confidence for kids in our community. We're so proud of this meaningful work! 💙

Healthy Futures Start With Healthy Smiles

This World Health Day, we’re shining a light on something often overlooked but absolutely essential to overall well‑being: oral health. A child’s ability to learn, grow, and thrive is deeply connected to their dental health. Far too many children face pain, missed school days, and long‑term health challenges simply because they can’t access the care they need.

At Embracing Futures, we refuse to accept that reality. Every day, we work to ensure children receive vital oral health education and orthodontic treatment. Because a healthy smile can change the trajectory of a life.

The need is growing, and so is the urgency. Your support today helps us reach more children who are waiting for care right now. Donate today and help us build a future where every child has the chance to thrive, starting with a healthy smile.

https://embracingfuturesinc.org/please-help/

04/07/2026

We’re happy to welcome Donna Davis back to the UDS team! Previously serving as a DSP in our Adult Services, Donna has found a new calling at UDS as a Consumer Outreach Specialist 🙌

In her new role, Donna will spend one-on-one time connecting with the individuals we serve and helping them engage with the community around them.

We’re so excited to have your passion and dedication back at UDS, Donna!💙

04/06/2026

United Disability Services had the honor of attending a breakfast hosted by the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board! 🧡

This event was a reminder of the incredible work being done every day by agencies and DSPs across Summit County. Inclusion is more than a month for us, we’ll be championing inclusive community all year long!

04/03/2026

Acquired by UDS in 2001, Judith A. Read Low Vision Services began as a commitment to expand possibility and remove barriers for people with low vision issues.

For 25 years, this program has supported people in navigating daily life independently and with confidence. We’re proud to honor this milestone and the community that made it possible 👓💛

04/01/2026

We're taking a rain check on Track & Field! Tonight’s session is canceled due to weather, but we’ll be back and running soon with a rescheduled date🏃‍♂️

03/27/2026

We can't wait to get rolling with bocce ball in a little over a week! Join All-Star Training Club's inclusive bocce ball program that runs April 7th through May 14th.

📅 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6–7 pm
📍 Christ the King Church, 1570 Creighton Ave., Akron, 44310

Join in on the fun and register today at https://www.udsakron.org/programs-services/all-star-camp/!

03/26/2026

It's game on at Spins Bowl Akron! BraVo! members enjoyed arcade games and plenty of fun while spending time together in the community!🎮🎳

03/24/2026

Please join us in welcoming Larry Gills to the UDS team! Larry joins our Transportation Services as a part-time, on-call driver. This essential role keeps our routes running smoothly. We’re glad to have you, Larry!

03/20/2026

A group from SociAbilities took on the Cleveland Aquarium!🐠🌊

On their trip they explored the iconic sea tube and even met some stingrays up close! Their day was filled with fun and discovery! 🦈

03/19/2026

We are happy to welcome Thomas Rantfl and Michelle Blakely to our team! Michelle joins us as a Direct Support Professional in Pre-Vocational Services and Thomas will serve as our Administrative Assistant in the Transportation Department. Both roles are essential to the work we do. We're grateful to have them with us!